Michael Lamson
Bethel,CT
Summary
Trusted Senior level CNC programmer with 13+ years of manufacturing experience. 7 years experience programming and operating Matsuura 5-Axis, Matsuura 4-Axis, Haas, Hurco and Hardinge 3-axis machines. In-depth understanding of CNC workflow processes with proficiency in Mastercam, Solidworks, and CAMplete verification software. A team player dedicated to making improvements, meeting and exceeding customer expectations, and delivering a quality product.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Programmer
Emerson Electric
06.2013 - Current
- Created 3,4 and 5-Axis Mastercam programs to machine ultrasonic welding tooling, fixture components, and complex metal welding parts. (Matsuura, Hardinge, Haas, Hurco VMC's)
- Established strong working relationships with machine operators, fostering open communication lines and facilitating quick resolution of any programming-related issues.
- Mentored junior programmers, operators, and apprentices, sharing knowledge of best practices and process standards.
- Streamlined workflow by creating set-up standards for operators, standards for machine cell layout and checklists to improve quality, reduce scrap and increase machine output.
- Improved CNC program efficiency and quality by optimizing tool paths and creating programming standards for repeat tooling and cataloged product lines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Technician
T&G Hydraulic Sales And Service
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Machined hydraulic cylinder parts
- Rebuilt and Restored leaking or malfunctioning hydraulic cylinders.
- Made hydraulic hoses and tubes for various construction and industrial equipment.
- Repaired hydraulic pumps for plow trucks. (Meyer, Fisher, Boss)
- Assisted customers with the purchase of replacement, pipe fittings, hydraulic components, seals, etc.
Machine Operator
Radial Bearing Company
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Contributed in the production of high quality aircraft parts, namely bearings and rod-ends.
- Operated manual vertical and horizontal milling machines. Manual and CNC lathes (OKUMA), Surface Grinders, Hydraulic presses, and ID/OD Grinders.
- Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT06.2026
No Degree - Manufacturing Technology
Henry Abbott Technical High School
Danbury, CT06.2013
Skills
- 3 4 and 5 axis CNC mill programming
- Process Development
- Continuous Improvement
- Cycle Time Optimization
- Program debugging
- Time Management
- Self Starter
- Supervision and leadership
Accomplishments
- Decreased programming times, scrap and errors by building a standard toolpath library for standard product features.
- Decreased set-up time and tooling cost by creating a numbered bin system for used tooling that coordinated with a numbered tool list in Mastercam.
- Established polishing standards to meet application quality expectations.
- Came up with the machining processes to help deliver critical tooling for Medical PPE production during 2020.
- Proud member of the company Safety Committee and Employee Association, tasked with reducing safety risks and planning company events to boost morale, collaboration, and maintain company culture.
Certification
- Toolmaker Journeyman's license issued by the state of CT. (2016)
- 2D, 3D, and Multi-axis Mastercam certificates issued by Tri-mech. (2015-2018)
- Solidworks Essentials course certificate issued by Tri-mech. (2023)
- Mold polishing course certificate issued by Gesswein. (2019)
- 5S+1 trained (2016)
- Oracle trained (2023)
Timeline
CNC Programmer
Emerson Electric
06.2013 - Current
Technician
T&G Hydraulic Sales And Service
11.2012 - 06.2013
Machine Operator
Radial Bearing Company
04.2012 - 11.2012
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
No Degree - Manufacturing Technology
Henry Abbott Technical High School
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